1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 24 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Project Vantage | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
